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V258 FCG

1999 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,906 mi
Last recorded73,906 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2011
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV258 FCG
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2011 73,906 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 73,906 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 69,524 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 68,825 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

How Reliable is the Ford Explorer?

Based on 69,767 MOT tests across 7,490 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
4,557
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,568
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,403
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,515
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,513
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,251
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V258 FCG is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 89,255 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Explorer fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,568 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V258 FCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Explorer typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Ford Explorer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V258 FCG registered?

V258 FCG is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 29 November 1999.

Is V258 FCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V258 FCG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V258 FCG have outstanding finance?

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